Year 5 Teaching Assistant

Year 5 Teaching Assistant – High-Achieving Graduates Wanted in Merton

Step into a rewarding career as a Year 5 Teaching Assistant at a thriving, forward-thinking Merton primary school. This is a rare opportunity to drive meaningful, visible progress in the lives of ambitious Year 5 pupils while propelling your own professional trajectory in education, psychology, or SEN. If you are an energetic, passionate graduate eager to inspire, teach, and make a tangible impact, this is your calling.

As a Year 5 Teaching Assistant here, you'll immerse yourself in a culture of excellence, collaboration, and modern educational practice. Experience cutting-edge teaching, superb pastoral care, and supportive mentorship from outstanding practitioners. Our school’s dynamic learning environment is tailored to ambitious graduates ready to explore a fulfilling career in teaching or child development — every day brings rich learning and growth. Expect exceptional CPD, tailored coaching, and the chance to hone your leadership and SEN skills in a setting graded ‘Good to Outstanding’ by Ofsted.

Key Highlights:
• Year 5 Teaching Assistant position – exceptional hands-on experience
• Circa £30,000 Pro-rata, reflecting your skills and commitment
• Based in a modern, innovative Merton primary school
• Ofsted rating: Good to Outstanding – renowned for transformative teaching
• Rapid CPD, regular upskilling, and real promotion prospects
• Perfect for motivated graduates pursuing teaching, psychology, or SEN
• State-of-the-art resources and a friendly, high-achieving community

What You'll Be Doing:
• Offering expert classroom and small group support to Year 5 pupils
• Championing individual pupil progress—both academic and emotional
• Collaborating with teachers to adapt lessons and interventions
• Leading creative, engaging activities that inspire deeper learning
• Supporting high-need pupils, including those with SEN or EAL backgrounds
• Contributing to a positive, inclusive, and ambitious classroom culture

Ideal "Year 5 Teaching Assistant" for this Merton School:
• Exceptional graduates with ambition to teach or specialise in SEND/psychology
• Driven, adaptable, and proactive with outstanding communication
• Child-centric and deeply motivated to see every pupil succeed
• Passionate about education and eager for professional development
• Committed, resilient, and reliable – ready for the next career step

Why Join This Merton School?:
• Inspirational staff, phenomenal CPD, and accelerated career growth
• A vibrant culture – coaching, mentoring, and collaboration at its core
• Diverse, respectful, and welcoming pupil and staff community
• Outstanding facilities: interactive classrooms, SEN resources, outdoor learning
• Proven pathways into teacher training and education psychology routes

Join our team as a Year 5 Teaching Assistant and immerse yourself in a premium Merton school environment that values your aspirations. Develop your expertise, inspire budding learners, and become a pivotal part of a high-achieving community. Apply now to secure your interview slot – unleash your potential as the next Year 5 Teaching Assistant making a proven difference in Merton!